Staying Safe on LocalJobsGh

Most people on LocalJobsGh are honest employers, workers and artisans. A few are not. These tips will help you spot scams and stay safe.

The most important rule: never pay money to get a job. Legitimate employers never charge application fees.

For job seekers

Warning signs of a fake job

  • They ask you to pay for registration, training, a uniform, a medical test or an "application form".
  • The pay is far higher than similar jobs, for very little work or experience.
  • You are offered the job without an interview, or pushed to decide immediately.
  • They ask for your MoMo PIN, bank details or Ghana Card before you have met them.
  • They only communicate by WhatsApp or phone and will not give a company address.
  • The job is abroad and they want money for visas, flights or "processing".
  • Never pay to applyLegitimate employers never charge application, training or registration fees. If anyone asks for money, stop and report the listing.
  • Check the employerLook up the company name, visit their shop or office, and ask people who know them. Real businesses have a real address.
  • Meet in public firstGo to interviews at the workplace or a busy public place during the day, and tell a friend or family member where you are going.
  • Protect your detailsNever share your MoMo PIN, bank password or copies of your Ghana Card until you have a genuine written offer.

For customers hiring artisans

  • Look for the verified badgeWe check every artisan against their Ghana Card before their profile goes live. Only verified profiles show the badge.
  • Read reviews and see past workLook at what other customers say and at photos of the artisan鈥檚 previous jobs before you decide.
  • Agree everything firstAgree the price, materials and finish date before work starts. Write it down or send it by WhatsApp so you both have a record.
  • Pay after the work is doneFor small jobs, pay when the work is finished. For big jobs, pay a small deposit for materials and the rest when you are satisfied.

How to report

  1. 1Open the job, artisan profile or company page you are worried about.
  2. 2Tap the flag icon 馃毄 or the "Report" link on the page.
  3. 3Choose what is wrong, for example "Asking for money from applicants".
  4. 4Add any details that will help us, such as what they asked you to pay and how.
  5. 5Leave your phone number or email if you would like us to follow up, then tap Submit Report.

If you have lost money to a scam, also report it to the police or the Cyber Security Authority, and contact your mobile money provider straight away.

What we do with reports

Review within 24 hours

Our team looks at every report, usually within 24 hours.

Remove fraudulent listings

Fake jobs and fraudulent profiles are taken down as soon as we confirm them.

Ban repeat offenders

Accounts that post scams or break our rules are banned, and serious cases are reported to the police.

Read how we handle your data in our Privacy Policy and the rules for employers and artisans in our Terms of Service.